The Pulaski County Special School District hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Mills University Studies High School after nearly 18 months of construction at the school. Check out our video of this morning's events at https://youtu.be/dv5AYD8Nn20. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 1 month ago, Mills University Studies High
Find your student's bus route and pickup time plus other helpful tips on our Back-to-School Guide! https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Back to School Tips
Don't forget, August 25 is the deadline for families to apply for the Summer EBT program! More details at https://www.pcssd.org/article/2195105. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
EBT deadline is August 25.
Are you ready for the Arkansas sales tax holiday this weekend? Review the District's dress code policies and find your school's supply list at https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

Learn more about all tax-exempt items at https://trst.in/6OqHBQ.
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Back to School Tips
Congratulations to all of our rising seniors and recent graduates who have been recognized as 2025 AP Scholars by College Board! #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

AP Scholar
Granted to students who receive scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams

AP Scholar with Honor
Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams

AP Scholar with Distinction
Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
AP Scholars at Maumelle
AP Scholars at Mills
AP Scholars at Robinson
AP Scholars at Sylvan Hills

PCSSD provides Chromebooks to all of our students to enhance their instructional journey. To avoid unwanted extra costs, we offer Chromebook insurance for just $25. The deadline to sign up is October 3, 2025. See more tips at https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school #PCSSDproud #ServeAll

about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Back to School Tips
Part of your back-to-school preparations may include getting required immunizations or sports physicals, but did you know these services are offered at Mainline Health, PCSSD's school-based health clinic? Learn more at https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Back to School Tips
New for elementary and middle schools this year, all PCSSD students will be required to use only clear or mesh backpacks. Check out all our back-to-school tips at https://www.pcssd.org/page/back-to-school #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Valencia and Chanda modeling examples of clear and mesh backpacks
PCSSD continues to prepare for students to return to classrooms. Today, registrars from across the district met for a training and professional development. We can't wait to see everyone back on Monday, August 11. #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Central Office staff present a training and professional development to a group of PCSSD registrars  while seated at tables in the boardroom.

The first day of school is just two weeks away! Our first back-to-school tip is a reminder that all PCSSD schools will be phone-free zones from bell to bell in 2025-2026. Learn more at https://www.pcssd.org/page/phone-free-schools #PCSSDProud

about 2 months ago, PCSSD
Phone-free schools
Outshine the Summer Slide with this helpful brain exercise from MAUMELLE HIGH Assistant Principal, Morgan Dickerson: "Writing helps you think clearly, spell better & tell great stories. You can try journaling, writing a letter or reviewing a movie or game." #pcssdproud #serveall
about 2 months ago, Maumelle High
Outshine the Summer Slide with this helpful brain exercise from MAUMELLE HIGH Assistant Principal, Morgan Dickerson: "Writing helps you think clearly, spell better & tell great stories. You can try journaling, writing a letter or reviewing a movie or game." #pcssdproud #serveall
Outshine the Summer Slide with this literacy tip from BAKER Principal, Dr. Valencia Essel: "Make reading fun! Let your student chose books they enjoy, and read with your child. Let your child see you reading, read together or even have family book chats." #pcssdproud #serveall
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
summer slide - dr. essel
Outshine the Summer Slide with this on-the-go tip from MAUMELLE MIDDLE Principal, Janna Carr: "Visit the Museum of Discovery or Little Rock Zoo, explore Arkansas State Parks or start a science experiment or garden at home. Learning can happen anywhere!" #pcssdproud #serveall 
about 2 months ago, Maumelle Middle
Outshine the Summer Slide with this on-the-go tip from MAUMELLE MIDDLE Principal, Janna Carr: "Visit the Museum of Discovery or Little Rock Zoo, explore Arkansas State Parks or start a science experiment or garden at home. Learning can happen anywhere!" #pcssdproud #serveall 
It's Global Hug Your Kids Day! The benefits of this comforting gesture are endless! A quick morning hug can help kids feel confident and loved & bedtime hugs can help lower stress & improve sleep. Take a moment to show your love—one hug at a time! 💖 #pcssdproud #serveall
about 2 months ago, PCSSD
global hug your kids day
Outshine the Summer Slide with this library-tastic tip from SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Principal, Britney Hickman: "My family & I love local libraries. They offer free, daily activities like storytime, arts & crafts, STEM activities, coding & family movies." #pcssdproud #serveall
about 2 months ago, Sylvan Hills Elementary
Outshine the Summer Slide with this library-tastic tip from SYLVAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Principal, Britney Hickman: "My family & I love local libraries. They offer free, daily activities like storytime, arts & crafts, STEM activities, coding & family movies." #pcssdproud #serveall
Outshine the Summer Slide with this literacy tip from MILLS MIDDLE Principal, Dr. E. Lisa Watson: "Have students select 2–3 books they are excited about & break the reading into chunks: A weekly page or chapter goal to finish the book by a certain date." #pcssdproud #serveall
about 2 months ago, Mills Middle
Outshine the Summer Slide with this literacy tip from MILLS MIDDLE Principal, Dr. E. Lisa Watson: "Have students select 2–3 books they are excited about & break the reading into chunks: A weekly page or chapter goal to finish the book by a certain date." #pcssdproud #serveall
Happy World Emoji Day! 😄🌍🎉 Fun fact: The first emoji was created in 1999 by Shigetaka Kurita in Japan—and now there are over 3,000 emojis used worldwide! What are your three most recent emojis? 📱✨ #pcssdproud #serveall
2 months ago, PCSSD
World Emoji Day
Outshine the Summer Slide with these free & fun ideas from CHENAL Principal, Dr. Yolanda Harris: "Turn everyday items into learning tools. Use a deck of cards to practice math facts or play word games like Scrabble to boost vocab." #pcssdproud #serveall
2 months ago, Chenal Elementary
Outshine the Summer Slide with these free & fun ideas from CHENAL Principal, Dr. Yolanda Harris: "Turn everyday items into learning tools. Use a deck of cards to practice math facts or play word games like Scrabble to boost vocab." #pcssdproud #serveall
World Youth Skills Day celebrates the importance of equipping students for future work. We support this goal with the Academies of PCSSD. This model gives students experiential opportunities thru local industry partners. Check it out: https://trst.in/whppKx #pcssdproud #serveall
2 months ago, PCSSD
World Youth Skills Day celebrates the importance of equipping students for future work. We support this goal with the Academies of PCSSD. This model gives students experiential opportunities thru local industry partners. Check it out: https://trst.in/whppKx #pcssdproud #serveall
Outshine the Summer Slide & set a daily rhythm with this tip from CRYSTAL HILL Principal, Lisa Smith: "Maintain a flexible but consistent schedule to learn, play & rest. Try open-ended play like Legos, art, fort building, obstacle courses & STEM challenges." #pcssdproud #serveall
2 months ago, Crystal Hill Elementary
Outshine the Summer Slide & set a daily rhythm with this tip from CRYSTAL HILL Principal, Lisa Smith: "Maintain a flexible but consistent schedule to learn, play & rest. Try open-ended play like Legos, art, fort building, obstacle courses & STEM challenges." #pcssdproud #serveall